STEAM Lab Teacher

STEAM Lab Teacher

Legacy Early College (“Legacy”) is a K4-12 public charter school that originated in 2009 with an unwavering focus on “To and Through College” at every grade level. Legacy’s model combines academics, nutrition, physical fitness, and mental health. In addition to our college‑driven academic standards, meals are made on site, scholars participate in PE every day, and Social‑Emotional Literacy is integrated into the culture and curriculum.

We currently occupy the site of the historic Parker High School and the former Greenville County Fine Arts Center.

Legacy Early College (“Legacy”) is looking for a talented and committed STEAM Lab teacher for grades K5–4th. The duties and responsibilities of the STEAM teacher involve instruction directly related to STEAM components – science, technology, engineering, art, and math. This position is responsible for collaborating with other Legacy teachers in promoting interdisciplinary STEAM activities into the core curriculum. STEAM instruction is available to K5 – 4th grade scholars as a special area known as the “STEAM Lab”.

• Demonstrates the ability to model, deliver, and craft rich student‑centered learning experiences around Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, & Math
• Responsible for teaching and planning for elementary school STEAM courses as well as integrating STEAM concepts at the K5 – 4 level
• Conducts in‑service education for teachers in the effective integration of STEAM concepts into a project‑based learning framework
• Plans hands‑on classroom experiences with a class studying a particular topic at the request of the teacher
• Explores grant and partnership opportunities for STEAM supplies, programs, and competitions
• Focuses on integration of critical thinking, creativity, innovation, and high‑complexity problem‑solving throughout the curriculum
• Maintain and schedule use of STEAM lab
• Oversee the management of the school gardens
• Works with school staff to supervise the usage and facilities of the butterfly garden
• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned

• 2 years of successful lead teaching experience in an under‑resourced community, preferred
• Experience working with English Language Learners, preferred
• Dedication to helping children grow and learn
• Relentless focus on results and a commitment to teamwork

• Operates on the 195‑day schedule based on the Legacy Early College centralized calendar
• Competitive salaries are based on education, certification, and experience
• State PEBA benefits include medical, dental, and vision, as well as additional benefits
• Vanguard 401k:
  Employee Invest 6% + Employer Match 8% = 14%
• Paid time off, school closure, and 10 holidays
• On‑site fitness center

• Long‑standing and sitting periods and the ability to lift items up to 25 lbs are required
• Periodic participation in activities to support Legacy Early College is required

The employee is expected to adhere to all company policies. Duties may be changed at the discretion of Legacy Early College at any time.

Legacy Early College is committed to a policy of equal treatment for all individuals applying for employment. Legacy Early College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin.